Hebe - HEBE franciscana 'Blue Gem'

Hebe franciscana ‘Blue Gem’

Description: Hebe franciscana ‘Blue Gem’ is a stunning evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant light mauve to purple flowers that bloom from summer to autumn. This plant adds a splash of colour to any garden with its dense, axillary racemes of flowers.

Height and Spread: Reaching up to 1.3 meters (4.5 feet) in both height and spread, ‘Blue Gem’ is a compact and manageable shrub suitable for various garden settings.

Foliage: The leaves are light to mid-green, oval to elliptic in shape, and almost succulent in texture, providing year-round interest.

Growing Conditions: This hardy shrub thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate poor to moderately fertile conditions. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is well-suited to most parts of the UK.

Uses: Ideal for borders, coastal gardens, and informal hedges, Hebe franciscana ‘Blue Gem’ is also bee-friendly, making it a great choice for wildlife gardens.